ACTION ALERT: New Comments Needed in Opposition to I-11 West Option!
June 7, 2024
Earlier this week, Gov. Hobbs announced that she would not oppose the construction of the proposed I-11 route through Avra Valley and west of the Tucson Mountains. Read the full […]
Desert Fence Busters Visit Tortolita Preserve
June 3, 2024
The Tortolita Preserve was established to preserve this precious piece of the Sonoran Desert. This area is full of native vegetation and wildlife and is a popular spot for recreation […]
Thank You Spring 2024 Interns!
May 30, 2024
As the semester closes and finals have ended for our students, so too has our Spring 2024 internship semester. We are so sad to say goodbye to Lilly Elena Esperanza Ramirez and Woods […]
Transitions
May 23, 2024
Dear Friends, I want to share with you some news about transitions here at the Coalition. After 26 years serving as the Executive Director of this amazing organization, I am […]
We’re in the News! AZPM Story on the Oracle Road Wildlife Crossings.
May 1, 2024
Read the full article here! Tony Paniagua from Arizona Public Media (AZPM) visited us on the Oracle Road wildlife crossing bridge to get the scoop on our work there for […]
Tortoise Crossing: Our History with the Sonoran Desert Tortoise and our mission to watch them cross Oracle Road
April 18, 2024
Written by Jonni Zeman The Sonoran Desert tortoise (SDT) is one of the most resilient and adaptable animals in the Sonoran Desert. With a life span of up to 80 […]
Friends of the Desert Newsletter #64
April 4, 2024
Our Spring 2024 newsletter is here! In this issue, learn more about: And more! Check it out ->
This Little Owl has a Big History
March 26, 2024
The cactus ferruginous pygmy owl (CFPO) is only 6 inches tall but plays a big part in the Coalition’s story. Written by Jonni Zeman Even after all this time, this […]
Desert Fence Busters: Annual Reports 2021-2023
March 5, 2024
About the Desert Fence Busters The Desert Fence Busters is a collaborative conservation project in Tucson’s west valley to improve and enhance wildlife movement between natural areas by removing miles […]
2023 Wildlife Monitoring Report for Tucson-Tortolita Mountains Linkage
February 26, 2024
Background In February 2021, the Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection (CSDP) began a new study of wildlife movement and species presence between the Tortolita and Tucson Mountains, including the Avra […]
Full Critter Cam for Kids Curriculum – Now Available!
February 6, 2024
Check out the page on our website here! The Critter Cam for Kids Curriculum was funded by a grant from the Arizona Game and Fish Heritage Fund and developed by […]
Welcome Spring 2024 Desert Wildlife Interns!
January 24, 2024
Our interns are joining us for the Spring 2024 semester to help with wildlife camera database management, and more. Welcome to the team! Lilly Elena Esperanza Ramirez, Spring 2024 Desert Wildlife […]
Join us for Environmental Day at the Capitol
January 9, 2024
Please join us for Environmental Day at the Arizona Capitol on Thursday, Jan 25th, 2024 from 8:30-2pm. Hear great speakers, meet other awesome advocates, and meet with your legislators to advocate […]
I-11 Lawsuit Update: New Legal Challenges Filed for Threatening Endangered Species
December 18, 2023
Lawsuit Challenges Federal Officials for Failing to Protect Endangered Species Along Proposed Arizona Interstate TUCSON, Ariz.— Conservation groups filed new legal challenges against the Federal Highway Administration today for failing to consider harms to […]
Donate today for the Sonoran Desert!
December 1, 2023
This past year has been full of growth and energy here at the Coalition. During our 25th year, we started new projects and renewed our commitment to our mission. Together, […]
Fall 2023 Friends of the Desert Newsletter
October 26, 2023
Our Fall 2023 newsletter showcases all the important work your support makes possible! Check out the following articles in the newsletter: – Taking Care of the Wildlife Crossings – New Desert […]
Merchandise Update!
October 12, 2023
Get your new Coalition t-shirt and other merchandise today! Join us in celebrating over 25 years of Sonoran Desert Protection this year by purchasing a new CSDP t-shirt, either short […]
Thank you Coalition Volunteers!
October 4, 2023
This year’s Volunteer Appreciation Picnic was a success! We started our day in Catalina State Park on a cool autumn morning. When we had our morning group together and the […]